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Neymar Injury: Brazil Drop New Availability Hint Ahead of World Cup Opener
- Neymar is progressing in his calf injury recovery, per the Brazilian federation.
- A new MRI showed progress within expected parameters, with ongoing recovery and training planned.
- Brazil may still opt to play without Neymar in the opener against Morocco on June 13.
- A return target is believed to be around June 19 against Haiti.
- Neymar’s absence would leave Brazil with multiple attacking options to choose from.
- Ancelotti has rotated formations to test attacking depth during warm-ups.
- Brazil’s forward unit includes Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, and other depth options.
- The team’s group stage ends on June 24 with Neymar expected to be fully fit.
- CBF will monitor Neymar daily for training clearance amid the recovery.
- Neymar remains a central figure in Brazil’s World Cup plans despite the injury.
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